Patient's question:
What should I do if I urinate and touch the wound after surgery for a Bartholin gland cyst? The wound has blood and it feels terrifying. I had the wound dressed once and was told to wait a week to check the healing. I had a drainage surgery done. Are there any side effects? What should I pay attention to to recover quickly? Will walking help the wound heal completely? Should I lie flat or bend my legs when taking a nap?Doctor's answer:
The wound from the cyst removal surgery you mentioned is generally caused by industrial pollution from secretions or urine. In this case, it is necessary to use povidone-iodine to sterilize the wound. If you have undergone a drainage surgery, the cyst is prone to recur. Currently, maintaining local cleanliness and hygiene, enhancing dressing changes, and draining the secretions from the wound are sufficient. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!